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Become tech savvy seniors! This program has been crafted for learners ages 50+ who are ready to explore the internet. Exploring topics such as managing privacy, spotting scams, how you create a digital footprint. Suggestions, tips, and tricks will be presented to help manage your privacy.
While all ages are invited to attend this series, it has been carefully crafted learners ages 50+. This series will help you get caught up on browsing basics and help you develop a fuller understanding of cache, browsing history, captchas, bots, forms, and other internet terms you've heard people discuss.
Week 1 - Start Using the Internet
We introduce you to several different internet browser options, go over some universal navigation icons, and provide guidance on filling out online forms.
Week 2 - Accounts & Data
We introduce best practices for protecting your passwords and logins, help you understand browsing history, and have a conversation about bots online.
Week 3 - Your Footprint & Email
We’ll explore how your digital footprint is created, what it reveals, and how to spot unsafe emails and scams before they reach you.
Week 4 - Tips, Tricks, & Next Level Skills
In our final week we will recap the series essentials, discuss customizing your browser, speeding up searching with shortcuts, printing from the web, and answer any questions you may have.
Each week has a separate session that you can register for. See calendar for more details about times, dates, and locations.
This program is made possible by The Indianapolis Public Library Foundation.
AGE GROUP: | Seniors | Adults |
EVENT TYPE: | Computer/Technology | Class/Workshop |
TAGS: | Tech Learning Team | Senior Technology Lab | Senior Tech Academy | Senior Citizens | Computer/Technology | Computer classes |
Opened in 2021, this branch encompasses 24,000-square-feet and fills a service gap in the growing Perry Township community. Patrons will find a varied collection of materials at the branch, including materials in Spanish and children’s Burmese language materials to support the diverse community of immigrants who live on Indy’s south side.
Amenities include a community meeting room that can hold 203 guests, a fireplace, a marketplace, computer stations, a children's and teen zone, and an inviting outdoor patio space.